For bank surveillance cameras, dome models offer a low-profile, tamper-resistant option for interiors, bullet cameras suit longer sightlines and indoor or outdoor coverage, and turret cameras provide wide-angle views in a compact, weather-resistant design. Pan-tilt-zoom cameras add remote movement and optical zoom, which helps operators monitor changing areas such as drive-through lanes, entrances, parking lots, or large public spaces.

When comparing bank surveillance cameras, review 4MP or 8MP resolution for the detail needed at teller lines, entrances, and transaction areas, along with fixed or varifocal lenses, optical zoom, and the field of view. Check low-light performance through image sensors and infrared night vision, and look for high dynamic range or true wide dynamic range to help retain image detail in scenes with bright windows, shadows, or uneven lighting.

Bank surveillance cameras commonly connect through Power over Ethernet (PoE), which carries power and video data over one Ethernet cable to a compatible network switch, NVR, or other PoE equipment. The NVR can record and store footage, while a video management system (VMS) provides centralized viewing, playback, camera management, and event monitoring across the bank’s network.

For indoor bank surveillance cameras, consider low-profile dome or turret designs, while outdoor areas call for weather-resistant bullet, turret, or PTZ cameras with infrared night vision. In higher-vandalism locations, look for tamper-resistant or impact-rated housings, secure mounting, Power over Ethernet (PoE) connectivity, and storage through a microSD card or network video recorder (NVR).